Explore AI Engineer Jobs

AI engineers build, deploy, and improve software systems that use artificial intelligence. Their work can include developing machine learning models, integrating generative AI, and creating reliable services that turn data into useful products. Explore vetted AI Engineer opportunities on Ladders, where jobs listed pay $100,000 or more.

What Does an AI Engineer Do?

AI engineers translate business and product needs into AI-powered applications. Depending on the role, they may prepare data, evaluate models, build application programming interfaces, integrate models into production systems, and monitor performance. Many collaborate with data scientists, software engineers, product teams, and domain experts.

Common AI Engineer Skills

Employers often seek experience with Python and other programming languages, machine learning frameworks, data pipelines, cloud platforms, model deployment, and software engineering fundamentals. Some positions emphasize large language models, natural language processing, computer vision, model evaluation, or responsible AI practices. Requirements vary by employer and level.

AI Engineer Career Opportunities

AI engineers work across technology, finance, healthcare, retail, manufacturing, and other industries. Job titles and responsibilities differ: openings may focus on machine learning engineering, generative AI, applied AI, or production infrastructure. Review each listing for the required experience, technical focus, location, and compensation details.

Find Your Next AI Engineer Role

Use Ladders to explore vetted AI Engineer jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare opportunities, identify roles aligned with your skills, and check listings regularly as new openings become available.

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$130K - $155K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of AI innovation, designing and integrating advanced AI/ML solutions for cyber operations. Collaborate with mission teams to transform prototypes into impactful, e...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovative data science solutions to tackle complex analytic challenges. Develop operational prototypes utilizing advanced techniques for behavioral and content analysis in dynamic cloud environ...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Transform the future of AI by architecting robust evaluation systems. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance model benchmarking, ensuring reliability and scalability in cutting-edge AI application...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $95K *

Unlock manufacturing excellence by enhancing systems and processes. Drive performance improvements, optimize workflows, and collaborate with teams to elevate safety, quality, and productivity in a dyn...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Empower the integration of AI across engineering practices by leading adoption, governance, and support initiatives. Collaborate with IT and project teams to ensure effective, safe use of AI tools, en...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by designing and developing ML solutions that drive intelligent experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to tackle complex problems and deliver impactful results with m...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$150K - $180K *

Explore innovative solutions in AI and hardware acceleration for AR/VR. Collaborate across disciplines to enhance model performance and efficiency, driving breakthroughs in machine learning and system...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Champion the development of enterprise-grade AI solutions, leveraging Google Cloud Platform and advanced AI technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, scalable, and maint...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$238K - $280K *

Shape the future of AI/LLM security by leading innovative offensive strategies, defining technical vision, and driving cross-company initiatives to enhance NodeZero's capabilities in identifying and e...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by enhancing AI-driven customer support through accurate responses and documentation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to refine AI tools, ensuring high-quality service deliver...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$115K - $151K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on AI tool administration and governance. Collaborate across departments to enhance system connectivity and process automation while ensuring data privacy...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in automating business processes using AI technologies within the Microsoft ecosystem, enhancing delivery capacity and operational efficiency through custom AI-driven solutions and str...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $155K *

Join us to lead the design and optimization of scalable data pipelines, ensuring high-quality data solutions that drive enterprise analytics and business insights through collaboration and best engine...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as you design and deploy AI solutions that enhance business efficiency and performance. Lead technical initiatives, integrate enterprise systems, and drive innovation in a collabor...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $125K *

Innovate with us to drive AI solutions in Azure Supply Chain. Collaborate across teams to translate business needs into high-quality software, managing the entire product lifecycle from requirements g...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team focused on detecting synthetic media and digital fraud. Collaborate on innovative research and translate findings into production software to enhance digital...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$135K - $190K *

Lead the charge in establishing robust AI governance frameworks, ensuring responsible AI practices across the enterprise. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance visibility, accountability...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$149K - $259K *

Engage in strategic AI technical leadership, guiding enterprise architecture and systems integration for mission-critical operations, while mentoring teams and ensuring effective AI implementation acr...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $125K *

Unlock innovative AI solutions by building and automating workflows, integrating systems, and enhancing team efficiency. Collaborate closely with leadership to shape the future of technology and drive...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $160K *

Join us to lead the governance and execution of AI initiatives, translating multi-year strategies into actionable plans. Oversee program management, financial governance, and stakeholder engagement to...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$128K - $316K *

Engineer cutting-edge infrastructure for large-scale AI models, optimizing distributed systems for recommendations and LLMs. Collaborate with experts to boost performance for millions, driving innovat...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Analyze and evaluate AI-generated chatbot responses to enhance accuracy and relevance. Collaborate with stakeholders to document requirements and deliver structured assessments that drive improvements...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Transform the evaluation of AI systems by analyzing chatbot responses, documenting requirements, and delivering structured assessments to enhance accuracy and effectiveness in business processes...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by developing AI platforms and tools that enhance productivity and streamline workflows. Collaborate with senior engineers to build secure, cloud-native applications and integrations...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K - $95K *

Empower your career by joining a dynamic team focused on developing AI platforms. Collaborate on innovative solutions that enhance developer productivity and streamline AI integration, while gaining h...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an AI engineer do?question toggle

    An AI engineer designs, builds, integrates, and maintains software that uses artificial intelligence. Responsibilities may include preparing data, developing or adapting models, deploying AI features, and monitoring their quality and performance.

  • What qualifications are common for AI Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly look for strong programming skills, often in Python, and experience with machine learning, data systems, cloud platforms, and production software. Some roles also require expertise in areas such as generative AI, natural language processing, or computer vision.

  • What is the difference between an AI engineer and a machine learning engineer?question toggle

    The titles overlap. AI engineers may work across a broader range of AI applications and integrations, while machine learning engineers often focus more specifically on building, deploying, and maintaining machine learning models and pipelines. The exact scope depends on the employer.

  • How much do AI Engineer jobs on Ladders pay?question toggle

    Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs that pay $100,000 or more. Compensation for individual AI Engineer roles varies by employer, location, experience, and responsibilities; check each listing for its salary information.

  • Where can AI engineers find jobs?question toggle

    AI engineers work in many industries, including technology, finance, healthcare, retail, and manufacturing. Browse Ladders listings to explore vetted opportunities and review each role's focus, qualifications, location, and compensation.